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Teaching Footwear

We are passionate about sharing our extensive knowledge and expertise in the footwear industry. Our teaching services are designed to empower individuals and businesses with the skills and insights needed to excel in footwear design, development, and manufacturing. With over 20 Years experience in Shoe making we offer personalized training, coaching, and comprehensive classes that cover every aspect of the shoemaking process.
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Our CAPABILITIES

Personal Training and Coaching

Tailored educational services designed to equip individuals and teams with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the footwear industry.

examples are:

  • Personalized Training: Offer bespoke training sessions for beginners in the shoe industry, providing a foundational understanding of footwear design, manufacturing, and sourcing.
  • Designer Development: Help designers enhance their expertise by delving deeper into sourcing, development, and manufacturing processes to broaden their skillset and industry knowledge.
  • Company Onboarding: Assist companies in training new hires by delivering specialized training on various aspects of the footwear industry, ensuring a smooth and effective onboarding process.
  • Future Planning: Support individuals in envisioning their career trajectory within the footwear industry, helping them set and achieve long-term career goals.
  • Industry Pathways: Provide guidance on how to navigate and advance in the footwear industry, including identifying opportunities for growth and development.
  • Experience Sharing: Offer advice on how to leverage and share personal experiences effectively to enhance professional reputation and career prospects.
  • Exploration of Opportunities: Help individuals explore various roles and specializations within the footwear industry, identifying potential career paths and areas for further development.

Technical Classes

Our specialized classes are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in critical areas of shoe development & manufacturing. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills in last development, pattern making, or tooling, our expert-led sessions will equip you with the essential techniques and insights. If you have specific needs or require a tailored course, please contact us to create a custom class that meets your requirements.

Overview: Last development is a fundamental aspect of shoe design and production, influencing the fit, comfort, and style of the final product. This class covers everything from historical evolution to practical techniques used in modern shoe design.

Course Content:

  • History of Last Development: Explore the evolution of shoe lasts, from traditional methods to contemporary practices.
  • Measurements & Sizes: Learn the principles of measuring feet and translating these measurements into last designs.
  • Making Lasts & Systems: Understand the process of creating lasts, including materials used and design systems.
  • Shapes: Study different last shapes and their impact on shoe aesthetics and function.
  • Grading: Gain insight into how lasts are graded to accommodate different sizes and shapes.

Overview: Pattern making is a critical skill in shoe design that involves creating templates for cutting and assembling shoe components. This class will guide you through the essential techniques and tools used in pattern making.

Course Content:

  • Constructions: Learn about various shoe constructions and how patterns are adapted for each.
  • Last Copy: Understand how to create accurate pattern copies from existing lasts.
  • Base Shells: Explore the creation of base shells and their role in pattern making.
  • Grading: Discover the process of grading patterns to fit various sizes and ensure consistency.

 

Overview: Outsole and component tooling involves the creation of molds and components that define the durability and performance of footwear. This class provides comprehensive knowledge on the tools and materials used in this crucial stage of production.

Course Content:

  • Types of Molds: Explore different types of molds used in outsole production and their applications.
  • Construction: Learn about the construction methods for outsoles and other components.
  • Materials: Understand the materials used in tooling, including their properties and selection criteria.

Our Key Values

Classes
Learn about the tools and equipment essential for shoemaking, including their proper use and maintenance. Our classes are structured to provide a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, ensuring that you gain practical skills that can be immediately applied in your work.
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Technical Proficiency
Providing in-depth knowledge of the technical aspects of shoemaking, including tooling, pattern making, last development, and manufacturing processes. Mastery of these skills is essential for creating high-quality footwear.
Attention to Detail
Emphasizing the importance of precision and meticulousness in every step of the design and production process. This ensures the final product meets high standards of quality and functionality.
Customer-Centric Approach
Understanding and prioritizing the needs and preferences of the end consumer. This involves designing for comfort, fit, style & durabilty ensuring the footwear meets market demands.
Prevention & Control
Learn how to review a product before it goes into production to prevent issues happen in production or at end consumer. Control the product in production is the key to identify potential problems after ship out the product
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Problem-Solving Skills
Developing the ability to troubleshoot and solve design and production challenges. This is crucial for adapting to new trends and technologies in the footwear industry.
Industry Knowledge
Providing insights into the footwear industrie including trends, consumer behavior, development & manufacturing precoedures. This helps students understand all kind of aspects of the industry.
Collaboration and Communication
Encouraging teamwork and effective communication skills. Collaboration with other designers, manufacturers, and stakeholders is vital for successful footwear projects.
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